By Elizabeth Dosoretz, LCSW The prevalence of self-harm among teenagers is a growing concern for parents, guardians and other caregivers. About 17% of teenagers engage in self-harm at least once, according to the American Psychological Association. As parents, seeing your child in pain is a challenging experience, underscoring the importance of being well-prepared to navigate this sensitive…
Hurricanes and severe storms have always been an unwelcome (but inevitable) part of Florida living. But the increasing frequency and severity of hurricanes creates a new problem – increased anxiety and trauma in Floridians. In other words, storms aren’t just affecting our communities, they’re affecting our mental health. Hurricanes are unpredictable. Each new season brings
Did you know May is Mental Health Awareness Month? Well, it is! Fact: MHA Month was established in 1949 by the National Association for Mental Health, now known as Mental Health America, and it was created to educate the public about mental illness, inform the public about research and treatments, reduce the stigma often associated
Help Us Feed Florida This Summer Join Elite DNA Behavioral Health in supporting our communities this Mental Health Awareness Month by participating in our statewide food drive. From May 1 to May 24, we’re collecting essential food items at all 32 of our locations to combat hunger and its impact on mental health. The summer
